Braga FC continues their impressive start to the 2025 season, remaining unbeaten in their first six matches across all competitions, with four victories[1]. Their most recent match saw them convincingly defeat Lincoln Red Imps 4-0 away in the UEFA Europa League playoff, with Victor Gomez and Rodrigo Zalazar scoring in the first half, Zalazar adding another late on, and Pau Victor completing the rout in injury time[1]. Domestically, Braga secured a 3-0 win against Alverca in their last Primeira Liga fixture and are scheduled to host AVS for round three at Estadio Municipal de Braga, entering with high confidence[3].
Manager Carlos Vicens has maintained momentum through a busy schedule, including European qualifiers and league matches, with the squad accumulating 12 unanswered goals across four straight wins. Fans expect a strong performance against AVS, as Braga has a flawless record against this opponent, having won both prior meetings[3].
Braga has been active in the transfer market this summer, strengthening their squad. Notable recent arrivals include Pau Victor from Barcelona (€5M), Gabriel Moscardo from Paris Saint-Germain (€9M), Mario Dorgeles from Nordsjælland, Alaa Bellaarouch from Strasbourg, Leonardo Lelo from Casa Pia, and Gustaf Lagerbielke from Celtic[2][4][6]. Outgoing transfers feature Roberto Fernandez to Espanyol, Joe Mendes to Samsunspor, Andre Horta to Almería, and Djibril Soumare to Sheffield United[2][4][6].
With progress nearly secured in the Europa League and a strong domestic start, Braga looks poised to challenge Portugal’s traditional top clubs for the title this season[3].
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